Merry Christmas and Seasons Greetings!! I have been anxious to write about the positive momentum I have been seeing and feeling over the past few weeks in Irondequoit. I woke up this morning and saw the article in the D&C about I-town being on the brink of some changes. The article kind of suggested the town is teetering and we are at a crossroads.

I agree, we are at a crossroads. I am very confident we are moving in the right direction. We are playing catch up to some of our neighboring towns, but the wheels are in motion. I believe that the people spoke loudly in the last election and the Town Board is listening.

A new updated library is long overdue. Just visit the other suburban branches and I am sure you will agree. I think the location makes sense. The town already owns the land. The money saved by not having to acquire a location will be significant. I like the idea of our Library and Town Hall being on the same parcel. Next, the Senior Center? The town’s proposal is a huge step towards making Irondequoit even more family friendly!
I had the pleasure of sitting in on the Town Board meeting regarding I-Square last week. The conversation between both sides was very positive and progress was truly made. The attorneys are working on this and the feeling from both the Board and the Nolan’s is that they are getting closer, there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

We are seeing some good things happening on Ridge Rd. The L.A. Fitness building is gorgeous and the place is cranking. McDonalds is tearing down their existing building and rebuilding a more contemporary restaurant at their location across from L.A. Fitness. It’s great to see some national corporations spending money on and developing Ridge Rd. The Ridge is going to look great when the construction is complete.

The Titus Tavern is shaping up. John Giehl and Bucky Montrois have been working hard to get the place up and running. The new look of the building is attractive.

The D&C article talked about some of the businesses that have closed recently. I hate to see merchants close up shop, but that’s how the free market works. We now have some prime locations open for new shops and businesses. And if the momentum stays positive, people will be looking to open up their businesses in Irondequoit.

I am really feeling good about the future of Irondequoit. I am hearing a lot of good things from people in town. The young families are becoming more active in the community. The energy is great. Stay positive and keep this town moving forward.

Hoping you can all enjoy some down time with your families and friends! Be safe……Shop Local!!!

See you around I-town

Leave a Reply

Bloggers

Carolyn Iman Stahl has a bachelor's degree from Nazareth College and a master's degree from The College at Brockport. After teaching full time for 10 years at Webster schools, Carolyn is now primarily a stay-at-home mom who moonlights as an English teacher.

Carolyn has lived in Irondequoit for 31 years. She enjoys being involved in the community and hopes this blog fosters a healthy sense of camaraderie among her fellow I-towners.